The “Encore” competition was created as a series of semi-private recitals with the goal to create an opportunity for young musicians to compete in a low pressure environment. Contestants perform without other musicians present to reduce the competitive pressure and allow for more musicianship.
(8-10 participants per group)
Registration deadline is January 22nd, 2023
Elementary (Age 6-8)
5 minutes - $80
Junior (Age 9-11)
7 minutes - $90
Intermediate (Age 12-14)
9 minutes - $100
Senior (Age 15+)
11 minutes - $110
Elementary (Age 6-8)
3 minutes - $50
Junior (Age 9-11)
5 minutes - $55
Intermediate (Age 12-14)
7 minutes - $60
Senior (Age 15+)
9 minutes - $65
* Level will be assigned by the oldest ensemble member
Numbers rather than names will be used on evaluation forms
Timekeeper will stop performance after the given time limit for the division.
All decisions of the judges are final.
All winners will be announced at the end of each group and will be posted on the competition website.
Original music must be provided for the judges.
(No illegal photocopies)
Performance at the competition is allowed to be recorded or videotaped.
All contestants must wear proper concert attire.
Depending on the division’s time limit, participants should play any single piece of their choosing OR two pieces with contrasting styles.
Ensemble divisions will be assigned by the oldest member of the group.
Two pieces from contrasting styles will be played.
No arrangements allowed.
All solo works must be played from memory.
Nancy Daggett Jensen, a Master Teacher certified by the Music Teachers National Association, is an Independent piano teacher in Los Altos, CA. Marquis Who’s Who in America awarded her a Lifetime Achievement Award, Top Educator and Humanitarian Award. Her students have won honors in both Regional and State competitions. She was Certificate of Merit Chair for the Music Teachers Association of California from 1974-1979 and Panel Chair from 2007-2013. Having served several terms as President of the Los Altos Branch of the Music Teachers Association, she is now Certificate of Merit Chair for the Branch.Nancy has been on the Steinway Society Board for over twelve years and served as Artistic Director since 2008 to present.
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